69511 Extensive mastoid surgery
Also known as: ossiculoplasty with mastoidectomy, ossicular reconstruction, ossicular chain repair
Extensive mastoid surgery with ossicular reconstruction or major ossicular replacement to restore middle ear mechanics and improve hearing after disease removal.
In Plain Language
ear bone surgery with hearing bone repair; replacing the tiny ear bones
Clinical Context
Combines mastoid disease eradication with restoration of ossicular chain continuity using autograft (bone, cartilage) or prosthetic ossicular replacement prostheses (PORP/TORP).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.36 |
| Total RVU | 13.36 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 13.36, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69511?
CPT 69511 (Extensive mastoid surgery) is a Surgery code. Extensive mastoid surgery with ossicular reconstruction or major ossicular replacement to restore middle ear mechanics and improve hearing after disease removal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69511?
The work RVU for CPT 69511 is 13.36. This code is primarily used by otolaryngology, surgical otology, neurotology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69511 used?
Combines mastoid disease eradication with restoration of ossicular chain continuity using autograft (bone, cartilage) or prosthetic ossicular replacement prostheses (PORP/TORP).
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